Junior Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems

WSP Global Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Dallas, TX is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join the Property and Buildings Team.

You will assist with design, development, testing, and inspection of mechanical systems on infrastructure projects. In this entry-level role, you will collect and analyze site data, perform basic calculations, and help prepare engineering documentation while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with design/build processes.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail and multitasking.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office tools, spreadsheets, and software.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or CAM design software.
• Commitment to workplace safety and policy compliance.
• Ability to adapt to project schedules that may extend beyond standard hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from sites, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with performing basic professional mechanical engineering work relating to research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications.
• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal communication

Self-leadership

Independent work

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CAM

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Dallas, TX is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join the Property and Buildings Team.

You will assist with design, development, testing, and inspection of mechanical systems on infrastructure projects. In this entry-level role, you will collect and analyze site data, perform basic calculations, and help prepare engineering documentation while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.